Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
sasakiana
ID:
599297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Funak. & H.Ohashi

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 45:270. (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598629

Common Names

  • Vanoverberghia Sasakiana
  • String of Hearts
  • Climbing Rosary Vine

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Description

Vanoverberghia sasakiana (also called 'Sasakian' or 'Sasakian Strap-leaf' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 25 cm long and 2 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Vanoverberghia sasakiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanoverberghia sasakiana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanoverberghia sasakiana is a tropical vine that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from division of the rhizome. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. For division of the rhizome, carefully divide the rhizome into two or more sections and replant each section in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Vanoverberghia sasakiana

Vanoverberghia sasakiana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula.

Vanoverberghia sasakiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanoverberghia sasakiana?

Vanoverberghia sasakiana

What is the natural habitat of Vanoverberghia sasakiana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the optimal temperature for Vanoverberghia sasakiana?

20-25°C

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Hidenobu Funakoshi (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Funak.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000598629: Based on the initial data import